Biggest tire on OEM 18's?

Punko · 03-04-2011, 07:38 PM

What is the biggest tire that could be fit on OEM set of 2007 MC wheels?

Stock suspension.

Thanks

fr8tdog · 03-04-2011, 09:27 PM

Not sure what the largest tires are, but I run 285's Nitto NT555R drag radials as my daily drivers.... (rear tires of course

They don't rub, but I doubt I could go any larger.

Quickid · 03-04-2011, 09:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fr8tdog

Not sure what the largest tires are, but I run 285's Nitto NT555R drag radials as my daily drivers.... (rear tires of course

They don't rub, but I doubt I could go any larger.

285/35 ??

mfanatic325 · 03-05-2011, 02:23 AM

It depends what kind of suspension you're on. With OEM, you might even be able to go 295 or 305, especially with properly-rolled fenders.

However, if you're lowered at all, I would stick with 275's, just in case.
285's is a luxury that not many people get to have =P

As for the fronts, 245's are usually the widest. I think 255 or even 265 is possible, but you would need to do significant amount of work i.e.
A. rolling/pulling front fenders
B. space out the wheels
C. tons of negative camber (AT LEAST -3 degrees)
D. all of the above? lol

Usually B and C go together for the above ^

BlackMoupe · 03-05-2011, 03:09 AM

Stock, no rubbing limit is 245/275.

Punko · 03-05-2011, 04:56 AM

Thanks for the quick replies.

fr8tdog · 03-05-2011, 07:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Quickid

285/35 ??

285/40 ..... I don't think they make a 285/35 in the NT555R Extreme Drag series??I could be wrong though. These tires are amazing in the summer... even with 440 whp they stick and I've driven them in the rain many times with no issues, just have to be more aware and of course careful.

Quickid · 03-05-2011, 10:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fr8tdog

285/40 ..... I don't think they make a 285/35 in the NT555R Extreme Drag series??I could be wrong though. These tires are amazing in the summer... even with 440 whp they stick and I've driven them in the rain many times with no issues, just have to be more aware and of course careful.

Thanks for the info... Wow, I was thinking of putting 285/35 on the stock rears but I thought it would be too much and you managed to put 285/40 which is about an inch taller than stock.

My rear tires are just about done so I think I'm gonna try a 285/35

fr8tdog · 03-05-2011, 11:04 PM

Nitto's run a little smaller

spinsall4 · 03-22-2011, 10:32 AM

Does anyone have any pictures of this setup. 275s or 285s on stock 18" wheels? I would love to see a clear picture of the side profile and rear with this setup. My stock wheels come back from powder coat Friday and the tires will be purchased immediately following.

Cheers,

B

tekmoe · 03-22-2011, 10:46 AM

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Originally Posted by spinsall4

Does anyone have any pictures of this setup. 275s or 285s on stock 18" wheels? I would love to see a clear picture of the side profile and rear with this setup.

+1

Z4Murder · 03-22-2011, 01:40 PM

i really dont think you should run a 285 on a stock wheel. too wide IMO

spinsall4 · 03-22-2011, 01:46 PM

I agree completely. I am considering 275's. The specs for tire fitment allow for a 275 x 35 or 275 x 40 to run on our stock 9" rear wheels. I would love to see clear pictures of anything wider than the stock 255's on a M rear wheel. 275 x 35's or 275 x 40's would be ideal. Need to make a call this Friday.

Thanks,

B

The HACK · 03-22-2011, 01:52 PM

All the tire manufacturers list a range of wheels that a specific sized tire will fit on. All the information is easily found on most tire manufacturer's website, and if it's not, it's on TireRack if they carry it. For example:

Stock OEM Continental ContiSportContact

It shows that the 275/35/18 tire will fit on rims ranging from 9" wide on the MINIMUM to 11" wide MAXIMUM. Typically the width of the rims that a specific size will fit on will vary from brand to brand, make to make, and even sidewall profiles will have variances on what size rim a tire will fit.

So the easiest way is to determine which brand/make/model tires you're going with, then checking on that specific model's list to see what is the widest tires you want to run, and see what is the range of rim sizes it'll fit and see if your rim falls within that range.

spinsall4 · 03-22-2011, 02:43 PM

The question I have isnt "will they fit." Based on the information available here and from the tire providers a 275 will easily fit on the stock wheels. I just want to see a picture of them mounted? Anyone?

spinsall4 · 03-25-2011, 11:35 AM

No pictures? Does anyone have a picture of 275's on a stock M rear wheel? Very interested in seeing what the tire profile looks like. Thanks

Quickid · 03-25-2011, 11:40 AM

This for sale ad indicates the tires are 275...

http://www.zpost.com/forums/showthre...=275%2F40%2F18

Hope that helps...

spinsall4 · 03-25-2011, 12:36 PM

Thanks so much. That is exactly what I was looking for. I would be interested in everyone's comments on why not to go with 275's? Some are obvious but from those who have actually done this it would be great to hear your impressions.

Thanks

Vertigo//SD · 03-25-2011, 01:31 PM

Literally just back from having PS2 tires installed on stock wheels/suspension. I went with 245/40-18 and 275/35-18.

spinsall4 · 03-25-2011, 01:39 PM

Please post pictures when you get a chance. I would love to see a shot from the back at ground level and a close up of the tire from the back. How do they look on the car? Are you running stock suspension?

gatorfast · 03-25-2011, 03:03 PM

Spinsall, if you are looking for a "wider" look then I dont think simply sticking wider tires on the stock wheels will do much for you. Even though you may be getting a wider tire keep in mind they will still be squished on the stock rim. A 275 tire on a larger diameter wheel will give you the wide wheel look.

spinsall4 · 03-25-2011, 03:31 PM

Actually i am looking for the max amount of contact patch possible on the stock wheels. The looks are less important. I had my stock wheels sitting around and just had them powder coated black. They need tires so I figure why not go wider if they fit and dont have significant draw backs. I have a set of 19" CSL's as well so this is strictly a nice to have.

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spinsall4 Private 2 Rep 61 Posts Drives: SB 07 MZ4 Coupe Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Nor Cal iTrader: (0)	Pictures of 275/285 on stock please Does anyone have any pictures of this setup. 275s or 285s on stock 18" wheels? I would love to see a clear picture of the side profile and rear with this setup. My stock wheels come back from powder coat Friday and the tires will be purchased immediately following. Cheers, B
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spinsall4 Private 2 Rep 61 Posts Drives: SB 07 MZ4 Coupe Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Nor Cal iTrader: (0)	I agree completely. I am considering 275's. The specs for tire fitment allow for a 275 x 35 or 275 x 40 to run on our stock 9" rear wheels. I would love to see clear pictures of anything wider than the stock 255's on a M rear wheel. 275 x 35's or 275 x 40's would be ideal. Need to make a call this Friday. Thanks, B
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The HACK Midlife Crises Racing Silent but Deadly Class 1821 Rep 5,337 Posts Drives: 2006 MZ4C, 2021 Tesla Model 3 Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Welcome to Jamaica have a nice day iTrader: (1)	All the tire manufacturers list a range of wheels that a specific sized tire will fit on. All the information is easily found on most tire manufacturer's website, and if it's not, it's on TireRack if they carry it. For example: Stock OEM Continental ContiSportContact It shows that the 275/35/18 tire will fit on rims ranging from 9" wide on the MINIMUM to 11" wide MAXIMUM. Typically the width of the rims that a specific size will fit on will vary from brand to brand, make to make, and even sidewall profiles will have variances on what size rim a tire will fit. So the easiest way is to determine which brand/make/model tires you're going with, then checking on that specific model's list to see what is the widest tires you want to run, and see what is the range of rim sizes it'll fit and see if your rim falls within that range. __________________ Sitting on a beat-up office chair in front of a 5 year old computer in a basement floor, sipping on stale coffee watching a bunch of meaningless numbers scrolling aimlessly on a dimly lit 19” monitor.
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spinsall4 Private 2 Rep 61 Posts Drives: SB 07 MZ4 Coupe Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Nor Cal iTrader: (0)	The question I have isnt "will they fit." Based on the information available here and from the tire providers a 275 will easily fit on the stock wheels. I just want to see a picture of them mounted? Anyone?
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spinsall4 Private 2 Rep 61 Posts Drives: SB 07 MZ4 Coupe Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Nor Cal iTrader: (0)	No pictures? Does anyone have a picture of 275's on a stock M rear wheel? Very interested in seeing what the tire profile looks like. Thanks
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Quickid First Lieutenant 11 Rep 331 Posts Drives: 08 Z4MC, 06 X5 4.4i, 99 323i Join Date: May 2010 Location: Ontario, Canada iTrader: (4)	This for sale ad indicates the tires are 275... http://www.zpost.com/forums/showthre...=275%2F40%2F18 Hope that helps... __________________
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spinsall4 Private 2 Rep 61 Posts Drives: SB 07 MZ4 Coupe Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Nor Cal iTrader: (0)	Thanks so much. That is exactly what I was looking for. I would be interested in everyone's comments on why not to go with 275's? Some are obvious but from those who have actually done this it would be great to hear your impressions. Thanks
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Vertigo//SD First Lieutenant 39 Rep 362 Posts Drives: X1 xDrive28i (temporarily) Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: San Diego, CA iTrader: (1)	Literally just back from having PS2 tires installed on stock wheels/suspension. I went with 245/40-18 and 275/35-18.
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spinsall4 Private 2 Rep 61 Posts Drives: SB 07 MZ4 Coupe Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Nor Cal iTrader: (0)	Please post pictures when you get a chance. I would love to see a shot from the back at ground level and a close up of the tire from the back. How do they look on the car? Are you running stock suspension?
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gatorfast Major General 4998 Rep 6,863 Posts Drives: 718 Cayman Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: SoFla iTrader: (4)	Spinsall, if you are looking for a "wider" look then I dont think simply sticking wider tires on the stock wheels will do much for you. Even though you may be getting a wider tire keep in mind they will still be squished on the stock rim. A 275 tire on a larger diameter wheel will give you the wide wheel look.
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spinsall4 Private 2 Rep 61 Posts Drives: SB 07 MZ4 Coupe Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Nor Cal iTrader: (0)	Actually i am looking for the max amount of contact patch possible on the stock wheels. The looks are less important. I had my stock wheels sitting around and just had them powder coated black. They need tires so I figure why not go wider if they fit and dont have significant draw backs. I have a set of 19" CSL's as well so this is strictly a nice to have.
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